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Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Shri Mandaviya wishes seafarers on International Day of the Seafarers today
Minister says Govt committed to provide enabling environment for growth of Seafarers
Shipping sector witnesses an unprecedented growth of 35 % in employment of Indian Seafarers
On the occasion of the International Day of the Seafarerstoday, the Union Minister of State  for Shipping Shri Mansukh Mandaviyareiterated the Government’s commitment towardsproviding an enabling environment for the growth of seafarers in India. In a message on the occasion the Minister said “Seafarers are unsung heroes of Shipping, the industry on which everyone, everywhere relies for the goods we all need and want.”The Minister also said , “The Government of India is committed to provide an enabling environment for growth of seafarers from India.”
“The shipping sector has witnessed an unprecedented growth of 35 per cent in the number of Indian seafarers employed on Indian or foreign flag vessels this year. The figure rose from 154349 in 2017 to 208799 in 2018. The number has doubled since 2013, when it was just 1,03,835”, he said
He further stated that this phenomenal growth in the number of Indian seafarers has been possible due to a series of measures taken by the Government during the last four years to improve the standards of maritime training, increase on-board training opportunities, improve the examination and certification system and facilitate ease of doing business.
“While India has created a large capacity in imparting class-room training for Merchant Navy, there was a major constraint in providing on-board ship training for the students enrolled for class room training. However, I am glad to state that the number of students placed for on-board training has increased from 14307 last year to 19545 this year, showing a jump of nearly 37 per cent”, he said.
Shri Mandaviya informed that the training curriculum for the officers and the ratings were revised in 2016 not only to meet the global standards but also to meet the expectations of the foreign employers.
To regulate the training institutes working in private sector, a system of ‘Comprehensive Inspection Programme’  was designed to assess the quality of the institute on various parameters such as infrastructure, quality of students’ intake, quality of faculty, pedagogy, performance in examination, on-board training and placement of students.An e-learning module was prepared to standardize the course material of these institutes and provided free of cost to all Indian seafarers to allow them to upgrade their knowledge and skills before appearing for the examination. To ensure increase in the supply side, a 15-year-old ban on setting up of new training institutes or increasing the capacity of the existing training institutes was lifted with certain conditions.
In addition to these, major regulatory relaxation was made in 2017 for obtaining Continuous Discharge Certificate . CDC is an identity document for a seafarer. The CDC process has also been made online. DG shipping has issued more than 70,000 CDCs under new CDC rule in 2018.
Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
Cabinet approves Nutrient Based Subsidy  rates for Phosphatic and Potassic  fertilizers for the year 2019-20
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the proposal of the Department of Fertilizers for fixation of Nutrient Based Subsidy Rates for P&K Fertilizers for the year 2019-20. The approved rates for NBS effective from the date of notification will be as under:
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18.901
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15.216
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11.124
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3.562
The per kg. subsidy rates prior to notification will remain same as that of year 2018-19.
Expenditure:
The expected expenditure for release of subsidy on P&K Fertilizers during 2019-20 will be Rs. 22875.50crore.
Benefits:
This will enable the manufacturers and importers to formalize supply contracts for fertilizers and fertilizer inputs and make fertilizers available to the farmers in the year 2019-20.
Background:
Government is making available fertilizers, Urea and 21 grades of P&K fertilizers to farmers at subsidized prices through fertilizer manufacturers/importers. The subsidy on P&K fertilizers is being governed by NBS Scheme w.e.f 01.04.2010. In accordance to its farmer friendly approach, the Govt is committed to ensure the availability of P&K fertilizers to the farmers on affordable price.
Prime Minister's Office
PM congratulates Lawn Bowl Men's team for clinching Silver Medal
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Sunil Bahadur, Navneet Singh, Chandan Kumar Singh and Dinesh Kumar, the players of Lawn Bowl Men's team for clinching the Silver Medal at Birmingham CWG 2022.
The Prime Minister tweeted;
"Proud of Sunil Bahadur, Navneet Singh, Chandan Kumar Singh and Dinesh Kumar, who have won a Silver medal in Lawn Bowls. Their teamwork and tenacity are admirable. Best wishes to them for their future endeavours. #Cheer4India"
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Department of Atomic Energy
Tata Memorial Centre
Tata Memorial Centre , Mumbai is a Grant-in-Aid Institution under the aegis of Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India having centres at :-
- Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
- Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer , Kharghar, Navi Mumbai
- Mahamana Pt. Madan Mohan Malaviya Cancer Centre , Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
- Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
- Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital & Research Centre  at Sangrur, Punjab
- Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital & Research Centre  at Mullanpur, Punjab
- Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital & Research Centre  at Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
- Dr. B. Borooah Cancer Institute , Guwahati, Assam
- Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital & Research Centre  at Muzaffarpur, Bihar
Tata Memorial Centre provides treatment at the ratio of 40:60 and 60% is exclusively for General category patients which is free or highly subsidized treatment to poor patients with cancer.
Department of Atomic Energy and Tata Memorial Centre with assistance from Tata Trust is setting up of additional units  at various locations as per the recommendations of 350th Parliamentary Standing Committee.
Tata Memorial Centre has been providing services through National Cancer Grid which has more than 250 member centres all over India for the treatment of the cancer. This includes collaboration with most regional cancer centres , many State and Central Government hospitals as well as private hospitals all over the India. In addition, Tata Memorial Centre has provided technical support to several Governments in establishing or developing cancer centres in their respective states.
This information was given by Minister of State  of the Ministry of Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, Dr. Jitendra Singh in a written reply in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of External Affairs
Cabinet approves MoU between India and Morocco on the Reciprocal facilitation of procedures for issue of Business Visa
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given ex-post facto approval to the Memorandum of Understanding  between India and Morocco on the Reciprocal facilitation of procedures for issue of Business Visa.
Benefits:
The MoU aims to facilitate issuance of multiple entry business visa to nationals of the two countries who wish to travel to the territory of the other country to make a business deal, establish an industrial / business project, buy/sell industrial products, or set up other business / investments related to these activities. Such visas are normally required to be issued for a period of up to 12 months within a specified time limit of 7 days in regular cases. In cases whether further scrutiny is required, both sides may inform the applicant accordingly.
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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Media reports alleging that Centre has not placed any fresh order for COVID19 Vaccines are Incorrect and not Based on Facts
There have been some media reports alleging that the Centre has not placed any fresh order for COVID19 vaccines. The news reports suggest that the last order placed with the two vaccine makers  was in March 2021.
These media reports are completely incorrect, and are not based on facts.
It is clarified that 100% advance of Rs. 1732.50 cr  was released to Serum Institute of India  on 28.04.2021 for 11 crore doses of Covishield vaccine during May, June and July, and was received by them on 28.04.2021.As on date, against the last order of 10 crore doses for supplies of Covishield vaccine, 8.744 crore doses have been delivered till 03.05.2021.
Additionally, 100% advance of Rs. 787.50 cr  was released on 28.04.2021 to Bharat Biotech India Ltd  for 05 crore Covaxin doses during May, June and July, and was received by them on 28.04.2021. As on date against the last order of 02 crore doses for supplies of Covaxin vaccine, 0.8813 crore doses have been delivered till 03.05.2021.
Hence to say that fresh orders have not been placed by Government of India is not correct.
As of 2nd May 2021, Govt. of India has provided more 16.54 crore vaccine doses to States/UTs Free of Cost. More than 78 lakh doses are still available with the States/UTs to be administered. More than 56 Lakh doses in addition will be received by the States/UTs in the next 3 days.
Under the Liberalised Pricing & Accelerated National COVID-19 Vaccination Strategy, Govt of India would continue to procure its share of 50% of the monthly Central Drugs Laboratory  cleared vaccines & would continue to make it available to the State Govts totally free of cost as was being done earlier.
Cabinet
Cabinet apprised of MoU between India and Morocco on Cooperation in the area of Cyber Security
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has been apprised of the Memorandum of Understanding  between India and Morocco on cooperation in the area of Cyber Security. The MoU was signed on 25th September 2018.
The MoU intends to promote closer cooperation for exchange of knowledge and experience in detection, resolution and prevention of security-related incidents between India and Morocco. Implementation of the MoU will result in significant mutual benefits in the Cyber Security sector, through institutional and capacity building with Morocco in the field of Cyber Security.
Ministry of Coal
Mahanadi Coalfields Ltd  Achieves 163 Million Ton
Coal Production Target for 2021-22
Mahanadi Coalfields Limited , a subsidiary of Coal India Ltd  has achieved the coal production target of 163 million tonne  fixed for the current financial year 2021-22. MCL went past its target of 163 MT yesterday, making extra efforts to maximize coal production during the remaining days of the financial year and set a new milestone.
On Sunday, the company had achieved its target of 200 Million Cubic Meters  for overburden removal , which strengthens the company's future outlook of continuous growth in coal production to meet the rising demand of fossil fuel in the country.
With a growth of over 15% in coal production, 21% in despatch and 18% in OBR, MCL is poised to achieve new records during the current financial year.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Health Ministry to States/UTs: ensure that care of TB patients goes uninterrupted during COVID-19 pandemic
The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare has written to all States/UTs to ensure that the all the facilities under National TB Elimination Programme  in the States and UTs remain fully functional in public interest and ensure that the diagnosis and treatment of TB patients goes without any interruption notwithstanding the COVID-19 pandemic situation.
The comprehensive directives include the providing one month of drugs at a time to all TB patients either newly diagnosed or currently on treatment. This includes both public and private sector TB patients, including drug-resistant TB patients. States/UTs are to ensure that patients with or without ID receive medicines at a heath facility convenient to them to prevent any form of interruption to treatment.
Further, the directives state that even if the TB patient is unable to approach the health facility, arrangements should be made by the facility to deliver drugs at the doorstep of the patient wherever possible. Considering the challenges posed due to COVID-19 pandemic and lock-down, the Ministry has issued orders to ensure sufficient quantity of drugs are procured and adequate supplies of drugs are available.
The TB diagnostic and treatment services are fully operational in the States and UTs. TB patients are being advised about the precautions to protect themselves from COVID-19 and to continue their TB treatment as prescribed. The health of the patient and healthcare workers remains a top priority during COVID-19 pandemic situation. Besides, directive has been given to provide the TB toll-free number  to all patients in case they face any difficulty in this regard.
The directives/advisories have been uploaded on the website  under “News and Highlights” section.
Ministry of Education
Online Registration Process for admissions in KVs to commence from April 1
Registration Portal will remain open from April 1st to 19th
Online Registration for Class 1 in all the KVs across the country
Online Registration for Admission to Class I in KendriyaVidyalayas for the Academic Year 2021-2022 will commence from April 1st 2021, while registrations for Class II and above will be done from April 8th 2021 in offline mode.
For Class I, online registrations will begin at 10:00 am on 1st April 2021 and will close at 7:00 pm on 19th April 2021. The Admission details can be obtained through website https://kvsonlineadmission.kvs.gov.inand also through Android Mobile App.
The official Android Mobile App for KVS Online Admission for Class I for the academic year 2021-2022 and instructions for downloading and installing the App will be available at https://kvsonlineadmission.kvs.gov.in/apps and also on Google Play Store.
Registration for Class II and above will be invited on the basis of availability of seats from 08.04.2021, 8:00 am to 15.04.2021 till 4:00 pm in offline mode.
For Class XI, Registration forms may be downloaded from Vidyalaya Website as per the schedule for admission 2021-2022 available on KVS  Website 
Reckoning of age for all Classes shall be as on 31.03.2021. Reservation of seats will be as per KVS Admission Guideline available on the Website 
Under present situation of COVID -19, KVS appeals to all guardians to follow the directions issued by Competent Authority .
Currently, Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan is running a chain of 1247 KVs.
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
Activities of Environment Education, Awareness and Training 
Environment Education, Awareness and Training  is a Central Sector scheme implemented by Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change with the objective, inter alia, to promote environmental awareness and mobilize students’ participation for environment conservation. Grants-in-aid were sanctioned under this Scheme for two major programmes, namely, National Green Corps  Programme and National Nature Camping Programme .
Under the NGC programme, more than 1 lakh Eco-clubs have been formed in schools and colleges to educate students and to spread awareness on environmental issues. A financial assistance of Rs 5,000/- per Eco-club used to be provided under this programme with a ceiling of 500 school Eco-clubs per district and 100 college Eco-clubs per State. Activities undertaken by Eco-clubs included plantation drives, cleanliness drives, celebration of important environmental days, awareness and capacity building on solid waste management through waste segregation, green pledges, etc.
Further, under NNCP, organization of field visits/ nature camps in different Protected Areas/ Nature Parks/ Tiger Reserves of the country for students were supported and activities like preparing checklist of flora and fauna spotted in the nature trail, bird watching, trekking, green pledges, group discussions, sharing of experiences, etc. were undertaken during these camps. These camps provided ‘nature experience’ to students and had huge potential to trigger their sensitivity towards nature and its conservation. A financial assistance not exceeding Rs. 2,000/- per student for a camp of 2 nights and 3 days used to be provided under this programme, with a ceiling of 20 camps per State/ Union Territory.
The above programmes were implemented through State Nodal Agencies designated by the respective State Governments/ Union Territory  Administrations. Details of funds allocated to this Scheme during the last three years are as below:
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Financial Year
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Budget Estimate 
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Revised Estimate 
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2019-20
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50.00
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55.00
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2020-21
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87.36
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45.00
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2021-22
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60.00
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60.00
The EEAT scheme has been revamped during the current financial year into ‘Environment Education Programme’.
This information was given by the Minister of State for Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Shri Ashwini Kumar Choubey in a written reply in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Defence
VAYU SENA MEDAL  SQUADRON LEADER SURAJ NAIR  FLYING 
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Squadron Leader Suraj Nair  is on posted strength of a Mi-17 V5 Helicopter Unit.
On 03 Apr 21, San Ldr Nair volunteered to take part in a daring Casualty Evacuation mission in the vicinity to an ambush site in a known Naxalite infested area. He provided priceless inputs to the higher authorities at the control centre for effective planning and successful accomplishment of the mission. He planned the preparation and launch of the helicopters in a short notice; serving as an asset to his mission leader. After recce of the ambush site, his inputs were instrumental in effective execution of the dynamic mission.
The mission involved high risk due to the unfamiliar hostile area with Naxalites operating in proximity to the hills. During the initial recce, he manoeuvred his helicopter clear of the mission leader, simultaneously looking for disposition of own and hostile forces and locating a suitable spot for extraction. During the Cas Evac, displaying good situational awareness, he effectively guided the third helicopter towards his leader. His immaculate handling of the aircraft proved instrumental in safely recovering mortal remains from the restricted landing site with an uneven surface which was surrounded by tall trees. His deft Crew Resource Management ensured safe accomplishment of the task in a hostile area.
In the subsequent missions for support of these operations, he recovered eight mortal remains from the ambush site. He was also involved in the insertion of 120 commandos for augmenting operations. With exceptional commitment to the assigned task, presence of mind and optimum utilisation of resources at hand, he was able to effect safe and expeditious conduct of missions in the vicinity of volatile combat site.
For his act of exceptional courage and disregard to personal safety in a very hostile combat zone, Sqn Ldr Suraj Nair is conferred with the award of Vayu Sena Medal .
Ministry of Science & Technology
Industry can be roped in for increasing funding of C V Raman International Fellowship for African Researchers: DST Secretary
Secretary Department of Science and Technology Dr. S Chandrasekhar highlighted that India has always benefited from working with Africa, and mutually beneficial ties are win-win for growing relations not only in Science & Technology but also in the field of trade, culture, and social sciences at the roundtable discussion on C V Raman International Fellowship for African Researchers  program with African Missions in India.
“DST, along with MEA and our African friends, has been working on various capacity-building programmes like CV Raman Fellowship, training programmes, and strengthening of academic and scientific institutes. I wish that CV Raman Fellowship will be as popular as Alexander von Humboldt fellowship of Germany,” Dr. Chandrasekhar pointed out.
Department of Science and Technology  and Ministry of External Affairs , Government of India , through the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry , have launched the C.V. Raman Fellowship for African Researchers programme under the India-Africa Forum Summit to promote human capacity building through scientific and technological cooperation between Africa and India.
The objective of this Fellowship is to provide an opportunity for African researchers to conduct collaborative research in various areas of science and technology in different Indian universities and R&D institutions under the guidance of host scientists in India. This prestigious fellowship aims to strengthen further the bond between India and African nations in science and technology.
Dr. Chandrasekhar said that the fellowship program is for people-to-people connection and for learning best practices from each other. He urged for a provision to revisit the programme so that the relationship goes a long way.
He also requested FICCI, a partner of the programme to rope in the industry for additional funding.
Commissioners/Ambassadors/Representatives from High Commissions/embassies of Africa in India, as well as officials from DST and FICCI, also participated in the meeting and discussed about the fellowships.
Mr. Puneet Kundal, Joint Secretary, Ministry of External Affairs , stressed that this was another reflection of India’s commitment towards Africa. He appealed to African Mission countries to publicise the fellowship through Universities and institutes so that more applications can be received.
Shri S K Varshney, Head International Cooperation, DST, briefed about the India-Africa Science and Technology Partnership framework and its activities and elaborated on the CVRF programme.
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PM expresses happiness on Santiniketan being inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed delight on Shantiniketan becoming part of UNESCO World Heritage List.
Shri Modi posted on X :
"Delighted that Santiniketan, an embodiment of Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore's vision and India's rich cultural heritage, has been inscribed on the @UNESCO World Heritage List. This is a proud moment for all Indians."